| Meaning | maiden, pure |
| Origin | Latin, Roman |
| Gender | Girl |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 8 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Syllabification | Vir-gin-ia |
When choosing a name for their baby girl, parents often seek something with a classic touch, a name that exudes elegance and virtue. One such name is Virginia. With Latin origins, Virginia has a long-standing history, reaching back to ancient Rome, where it was associated with purity and innocence, reminiscent of a maiden or virgin.
Throughout the ages, Virginia has maintained its charm, finding its place in various cultures and inspiring literary figures and real-life heroines alike. Renowned author Virginia Woolf, known for her pioneering work in modernist literature, and obstetrical anesthetist Virginia Apgar, creator of the Apgar Score, are just two examples of women who have brought distinction to this name.
In fiction, Virginia has also made appearances, captivating audiences through characters like Virginia "Ginny" Weasley from the beloved "Harry Potter" series and the fictionalized Virginia Woolf in "The Hours."
Choosing the name Virginia for your baby girl not only connects her to a rich historical tapestry but also instills in her a sense of timeless grace and virtue. As she embarks on her journey through life, Virginia will be a name to carry with poise and pride, standing as a testament to the enduring beauty of tradition and femininity.
| Virginie |
| Virgie |
| Victoria |
| Valerie |
| Violet |
| Vivian |
| Veronica |
| Vanessa |
| Valentina |
| Venus |
| Vera |
| Viola |
| Ginny |
| Virgie |
| Ginia |
| Ginger |
| Virginia Woolf | English writer and pioneer of modernist literature |
| Virginia Apgar | American obstetrical anesthetist and creator of the Apgar Score |
| Virginia Dare | The first English child born in the Americas, in 1587 |
| Virginia Ruzici | Romanian former professional tennis player and French Open champion |
| Virginia McKenna | English actress and wildlife campaigner |
| Virginia Madsen | American actress and Academy Award nominee |
| Virginia Williams | American actress known for her roles in TV shows and films |
| Virginia Vallejo | Colombian journalist and author |
| Virginia Postrel | American author and political and cultural commentator |
| Virginia Gibson | American dancer, singer, and actress |
| Virginia Johnson | American blues singer and pianist |
| Virginia Hey | Australian actress and dancer |
| Virginia Gilmore | American film and stage actress |
| Virginia Gregg | American actress and voice artist |
| Virginia O'Brien | American actress and singer |
| Virginia Mayo | American actress and dancer |
| Virginia Hill | American organized crime figure |
| Virginia Lacy Jones | African American civil rights leader |
| Virginia Woolf | A fictionalized version of the writer in the novel "The Hours" |
| Virginia "Ginny" Weasley | A character in the "Harry Potter" series by J.K. Rowling |
| Virginia Venit | Love interest in the movie "Happy Gilmore" |
| Virginia Hill | A character in the TV show "Boardwalk Empire" |
| Virginia Johnson | Character in the TV show "Masters of Sex" |
| Virginia "Pepper" Snapple | Character in the webcomic "Homestuck" |
| Virginia Slims | A character in the musical "Heathers" |
| Virginia "Ginny" Sloan | Character in the TV show "The West Wing" |
| Virginia "Ginny" O'Keefe | Character in the movie "Friday Night Lights" |
| Virginia "Ginger" Ventura | A character in the movie "Casino" |
| Virginia "Pepper" Potts | Character in the "Iron Man" movie series |
| Virginia "Ginny" Doyle | Character in the movie "A League of Their Own" |
| Virginia "Ginny" Fanning | Character in the movie "All Over the Guy" |
| Virginia Clemm | Character in the graphic novel "From Hell" |
| Virginia "Ginny" Brown | A character in the movie "It's a Wonderful Life" |
| Virginia "Ginny" Brissac | Character in the movie "The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance" |
| Virginia Lewis | Character in the TV show "Supernatural" |